Dossier of failure: Proteas' surprisingly poor T20 record at home against Aussies
The Proteas begin their three-match T20 series against the Australians in Durban on Wednesday evening as an exercise characterised by somewhat split priorities.
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LISTEN | Nick Mallett talks to Lloyd Burnard about the upcoming Rugby World Cup
The 2023 Rugby World Cup in France begins on 8 September and ends on 28 October. All eyes are on the Springboks, winners of the 2019 World Cup. Can they win again? Join Nick Mallett, the renowned coach and commentator, as he delves into the tournament's core questions. The book Insights into the Rugby World Cup (Jonathan Ball) is News24's Book of the Month for August, and it's a must-read for everyone, whether a sports fan or not. In this Pagecast episode, Nick Mallett discusses the book with co-author Lloyd Burnard, the sports editor of News24. Enjoy the conversation, and let's hope the Springboks lead us to victory!
WP, Stormers close in on equity deal with Red Disa Investment
Western Province rugby is hoping to confirm a "ground-breaking" equity deal with a company made of local and international investors called Red Disa Investment.
Olympic pointers from World Athletics Championships
Sha'Carri Richardson and Noah Lyles lit up the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, while 2024 Olympics host nation France went home without a single individual medal.
Brevis steps onto international stage: 'I feel the pressure, but I like it'
Dewald Brevis will take a step onto cricket's big stage during Australia's white-ball tour of South Africa, which starts with the first of three Twenty20 internationals at Kingsmead on Wednesday.
Djokovic back on top after US Open return, Swiatek rolls
Novak Djokovic ensured he will return to the top of tennis's world rankings with an emphatic first round victory at the US Open on Monday as women's world number one Iga Swiatek and American rival Coco Gauff advanced.
Spain opens preliminary sex abuse probe over suspended chief Rubiales' kiss
Prosecutors at Spain's top criminal court said Monday they had opened a preliminary investigation into Spanish football chief Luis Rubiales' forcible kiss on the lips of World Cup player Jenni Hermoso on grounds it could constitute a crime of "sexual assault".
Red Bull boss hails Verstappen's ability to perform under pressure
Red Bull boss Christian Horner marvelled at Max Verstappen's ability to focus and "get the job done" after another majestic display from the double world champion in Sunday's Dutch Grand Prix.